Food Poverty: Women

Summary

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he plans to provide additional financial support to low-income women experiencing food insecurity during pregnancy and the postnatal period, beyond existing maternity and low-income support

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1. 18 May 2026

   Written question

   To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether he plans to provide additional financial support to low-income women experiencing food insecurity during pregnancy and the postnatal period, beyond existing maternity and low-income support

   Source: Commons

2. 3 June 2026

   Answer

   In April 2026, the Department increased the financial support provided by Healthy Start for pregnant women and children under four on very low incomes. The weekly value increased by 10% to £4.65 for pregnant women and children over one and under four year...

   Source: Written answer

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